D.C. Ready: Fundamentals of Government and Policy for Career Success
  • Type Learning
  • Level Foundational

D.C. Ready: Fundamentals of Government and Policy for Career Success

Issued by Florida International University (FIU)

Developed by FIU in Washington, D.C, earners of this badge are ready to pursue internships and jobs in the nation’s capital. They understand how the branches of the federal government produce public policy and the various organizations in Washington's ecosystem which aim to influence policy. Earners recognize how government affects their lives, can identify officials as well as organizations relevant to their policy interests, and develop skills to present policy proposals.

  • Type Learning
  • Level Foundational

Skills

Earning Criteria

  • Successful completion of a written letter to an Elected Official.
  • Successful completion of a written Policy Proposal paper.
  • Successful completion of module related quiz.
  • Successful completion of final reflection video where learners reflect on the entire course and discuss how the competencies gained can be utilized to further personal, professional and/or academic goals.